About this opportunity:

Maintain safety, environmental, and quality outcomes for operators and users of the Council's plant and fleet. This position will work under general direction and provide supervision to a small Proactive Maintenance Team as well as providing planning and technical support to the proactive operations of the workshops.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Diploma (preferred); or
• Certificate III or IV; or
• Lesser formal qualifications combined with substantial relevant experience.

• Base annual salary of $ 88 774
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks' annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements with a 9 day fortnight roster.
• May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
• Membership to lifestyle benefits program including corporate discounts.
• Study and assistance programs for career development.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Active Social Clubs.

• Qualifications in Project Management, Asset Management, Mechanical Trade qualification or other relevant field:
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• General Construction White Card.
  
• QLD Heavy Rigid Truck 'HR' Class Licence or interstate equivalent.
  
• Approved Examiner Accreditation to enable the understanding of inspections in accordance with the Transport Operations (Road Use Management - Vehicle Standards & Safety) Regulation 2010 for all plant up to 16.0 tonne
  
  Why work for Mackay Regional Council?
  Mackay Regional Council is a dynamic, progressive and financially sound local government. We have responsibility for $3.5 billion worth of assets and employ almost 1200 dedicated staff in a vibrant, rapidly growing region where sugar, mining, beef, tourism and retail drive the economy. Mackay is located halfway between Brisbane and Cairns and is truly the heart of Queensland, covering 7,622 square kilometres of rainforest, Natural Parks, historic townships, miles of golden beaches and more than 70 tropical islands. The Region boasts a vibrant economy offering an idyllic lifestyle on the Central Queensland coast, from picturesque beaches and nearby island resorts to beautiful rainforests. The Region has a great climate coupled with high quality education and health facilities.
  
  Discover more about the Mackay Region https://www.discovermackay.com.au/
  
  In addition to the above, we also offer the following benefits:
  
  Want to know more about this role?
  
  View the Position Description (PD) for this role in the document attachments or for a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Luke Williams on 1300 622 529.
  
  How to apply:
  
  Prepare and submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience for this role. If applying for this job via a 3rd party job board such as SEEK, LinkedIn etc. you will be redirected to the Mackay Regional Council Careers (eRecruit) website to apply. Follow the prompts to submit your application (the eRecruit Job Application Quick Reference Guide or the eRecruit Job Applicant Guide can assist).
  
  After submitting, you will receive an automated confirmation email. Should you not receive this, please ensure you have submitted your application and your email address on your account is correct.
  
  Applications Close:
  
  Thursday, 12 June 2025
  
  Having troubles submitting your application?
  
  Reach out to one of our friendly Recruitment Officers by phoning 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 529).